The iodination reaction discussed in this section can be carried out on the amino acid tyrosine and

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The iodination reaction discussed in this section can be carried out on the amino acid tyrosine and related compounds in the laboratory with iodide ion in the presence of the enzyme thyroid oxidase. Which would undergo iodination more rapidly: tyrosine (A) or 3,3-difluorotyrosine (B)? Explain.HO HN H tyrosine A HO F F HN H 3,3-difluorotyrosine B

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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781936221349

6th Edition

Authors: Marc Loudon, Jim Parise

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